2016 VOLVO XC60 Seat

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.139
Compartment in door panel
Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions
Glove compartment (p. 141)
Storage compartment (p. 140), 12-volt socket (p. 140) and AUX input/USB con-nector*
Rear seat cup holders
Storage pocket
Related information
• Vanity mirror (p. 141)
• 12-volt socket in the cargo area* (p. 141)

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140* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Tunnel console
The tunnel console is located between the front seats.
Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under armrest, AUX input/USB connec-tor.
Includes cup holder for driver and pas- senger, 12-volt socket (p. 140) and asmall storage compartment.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 138)
Tunnel console – 12-volt sockets
The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt accessories such as cell phone chargers andcoolers. For the socket to supply current, theignition must be in at least mode
I (p. 79). The
sockets are located between the cup holdersin the tunnel console and on the rear side ofthe tunnel console (p. 140) for rear seat pas-sengers.
12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
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12-volt socket in the rear center console
The maximum current consumption is 10A (120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets inthe passenger compartment is in use. If boththe front and rear sockets are used at thesame time, the maximum current consump-tion per socket is 7.5A (90W). The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarettelighters and ashtrays can be purchased fromyour Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 138)
• 12-volt socket in the cargo area* (p. 141)

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Loading – general
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such as the number ofpassengers, the amount of cargo, the weightof any accessories that may be installed, etc. To increase loading space, the rear seat backrests can be folded down, see Rearseats – folding backrest (p. 86). When loading the cargo area, keep the fol- lowing in mind:
• Load objects in the cargo area against the backrest whenever possible.
• Unstable loads can be secured to theload anchoring eyelets with straps or weblashings to help keep them from shifting.
• Stop the engine and apply the parkingbrake when loading or unloading longobjects. The gear selector can beknocked out of position by long loads,which could set the vehicle in motion.WARNING
•Stop the engine, put the gear selector in
P, and apply the parking brake
when loading or unloading longobjects.
• The vehicle's driving characteristicsmay change depending on the weightand distribution of the load.
• A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces aforce of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in ahead-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
• The cargo area and rear seat shouldnot be loaded to a level higher than2 in. (5 cm) below the upper edge ofthe rear side windows. Objects placedhigher than this level could impede thefunction of the Inflatable Curtain.
Related information
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Load anchoring eyelets (p. 143)
• Steel cargo grid (p. 147)
• Loading – roof load carriers (p. 142)
Loading – roof load carriers
Using load carriersLoad carriers are available as Volvo accesso- ries. Observe the following points when inuse:
• To avoid damaging your vehicle and to achieve maximum safety when driving,we recommend using the load carriersthat Volvo has developed especially foryour vehicle.
• Volvo-approved removable roof racks aredesigned to carry the maximum allowableroof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).For non-Volvo roof racks, check the man-ufacturer's weight limits for the rack.
• Never exceed the rack manufacturer'sweigh limits and never exceed the maxi-mum rated roof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).
• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loadsevenly.
• Place heavier cargo at the bottom of theload.
• Secure the cargo correctly with appropri-ate tie-down equipment.
• Check periodically that the load carriersand load are properly secured.
• Remember that the vehicle's center ofgravity and handling change when youcarry a load on the roof.

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The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel consumption will increase with the size ofthe load.
• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fastcornering and hard braking.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 142)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 143)
Load anchoring eyelets
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., tohelp anchor items in the cargo area.
WARNING
The two upper hooks shown in the illustra- tion are for holding grocery bags only.They are
not intended for anchoring heavy
objects.
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants.Secure the load to help prevent shift-ing during sudden stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retainingstraps.
• Always secure the load to help preventit from moving in the event of suddenstops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the park-ing brake and put the gear selector inP
when loading and unloading the
vehicle.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 142)

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Grocery bag holder
The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place.
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Grocery bag holder under the floor of the cargo area
The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place.
1. Open the hatch in the floor of the cargo area.
2. Secure the shopping bags with the strap.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 142)
Cargo net – general information
The cargo net helps protect passengers from objects in the cargo area in the event of asudden stop or hard braking. The cargo net is available in two versions.
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Version 1
Version 2 Your vehicle can be equipped with a cargo net made of strong nylon fabric that helpsprevent objects in the cargo area from mov-ing forward into the passenger compartment. The net can be attached in two different pla- ces:
• Rear position: behind the rear seat back- rest
• Front position: behind the front seatbackrests
WARNING
• Be sure that the cargo net's upper attachment hooks are properlyinserted in the brackets and that thelower straps are correctly attachedand pulled taut.
• A damaged cargo net should never beused.
• Objects in the cargo area should besecurely anchored, even if the cargonet is correctly installed and in use.
Related information
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Cargo net – mounting/removing (p. 145)

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Cargo net – mounting/removing
Mounting the cargo net (version 1)The cargo net is easiest to put in place through one of the rear doors.
1. Fold out the cargo net and be sure thatthe upper hinged rod is straight and locked in position.
2. Insert one end of the rod into the front or rear bracket (near the ceiling). Be surethat the lock on the lower strap is facingtoward you.
3. Insert the other end of the rod in the opposite bracket. – Be sure to press the end hooks on the rod as far forward as possible in thebrackets.
Cargo net in rear position 4.
Mounting in the rear position: With the
net's rod attached to the rear upper brackets, hook the lower straps in thefloor eyelets in the cargo area. Pull the netstrap taut.
Cargo net in front position
Mounting in the front position: With the
net's rod attached to the front upper brackets, hook the lower straps in theeyelets in the front seat rails. Attachingthe net is easier if the front seat backrestsare upright and the seats are movedslightly forward. If the front seats are moved rearward, they should not press hard against thenet.
CAUTION
Pressure from the front seats against the cargo net could damage the net and/or itsbrackets.
5. Pull the net strap taut.
Mounting the cargo net (version 2)The easiest way to mount the cargo net is through one of the rear doors.
Cargo net in rear position
1. Fold out the cargo net.
2. Insert one of the net's upper attachments into the front or rear bracket near the roof liner with the net's storage pockets facingrearward.

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3. Insert the net's other attachment into thebracket on the opposite side of the vehi- cle. It is spring-loaded to help makemounting easier. Be sure to press the hooks as far forward into the brackets as possible.
4. Mounting in the rear position: With the
net's hooks inserted into the rear upperbrackets, attach the lower hooks to thefloor eyelets in the cargo area.
Cargo net in front position
Mounting in the front position: With the
net's upper attachments in front upper brack- ets, attach the lower hooks to the eyelets inthe front seat rails. Attaching the net is easierif the front seat backrests are upright and theseats are moved slightly forward. If the front seats are moved rearward, they should not press hard against the net.
CAUTION
Pressure from the front seats against the cargo net could damage the net and/or itsbrackets.
Removing and storing the cargo net (version 1)
Press the release buttons on the locks on the straps and pull out a small section ofthe strap.
Press in the catches on the straps' hooks and remove the hooks from the eyelet.
Fold up the net's rod at the center and roll up the net.
When not in use, the cargo net can be storedunder floor of the cargo area.
Removing and storing the cargo net (version 2)
Release the lower hooks.
Remove the net's upper attachments from the ceiling brackets.
Fold the net.
When not in use, the cargo net can be stored under floor of the cargo area.
Related information
• Cargo net – general information (p. 144)

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Cargo area cover
The cargo area cover can be used to conceal objects in the cargo area.
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Use
•Pull the cover over the cargo and hook it into the holes in the rear cargo area pil-lars.
• To retract (roll up) the cover, release itfrom the holes and guide it toward therear seat backrest.
Installing the cover1. Press the end piece on one side of the
cargo area cover into the retaining bracket in the side panel of the cargo area
.
2. Do the same on the opposite side
. 3. Press both sides of the cover until they
click into place
. The red mark will no
longer be visible.
4. Check that both ends of the cover are securely locked in place.
Removing the cover1. Press one of the end pieces of the coverinward.
2. Pull the cover carefully upward and out- ward. The other end will release automati- cally from its retaining bracket.
Folding down the cargo area cover's rear flap
The cargo area cover's rear flap points hori- zontally when the cover is retracted (rolledup). To fold it down:
–Pull the flap slightly rearward past its sup- ports and fold it down.
NOTE
On models equipped with this cover, it should be removed before a child seat isattached to the child restraint anchors.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 142)
Steel cargo grid
Your vehicle can be equipped with a steel grid that helps prevent objects in the cargo areafrom moving forward into the passenger com-partment.
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Folding the grid up/downGrasp the lowering edge of the grid and pull it rearward/upward, or push it downward/forward.
NOTE
If the steel grid is to be used with the optional cargo area cover, the grid mustbe folded down before the cargo areacover is put in place.